Mark Daigneault sang his praises toward Shai Gilgeous-Alexander following the Oklahoma City Thunder's double overtime win over the Indiana Pacers on Thursday night.

Going into the game, the Thunder began their quest for a repeat, having won the NBA championship last season. A repeat would allow them to garner recognition as a potential dynasty in the making, presenting them as a formidable opponent for the foreseeable future.

Gilgeous-Alexander will be at the center of that, having secured NBA Finals MVP with his efforts. He didn't miss a single step in the opener, finishing with 55 points, eight rebounds, five assists, two steals, and a block. He shot 15-of-31 from the field, including 2-of-7 from beyond the arc, and 23-of-26 from the free-throw line.

Daigneault reflected on his

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